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Wote
City in Makueni, Kenya
Overview
Wote is the administrative capital of Makueni County, a small yet lively town at the crossroads of business and rural life in eastern Kenya. It offers visitors local markets, authentic Kenyan cuisine, and access to lush countryside. Despite its modest population, Wote leaves a lasting impression with its friendly community and important amenities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Kenya
County
Makueni
Population
19,725
Time Zone
Africa/Nairobi
Coordinates
-1.78°, 37.63°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$425
Local Cost
$170
Local Income
$120
Cashless
40
English
60
Temperature
21.9°C
Summer Avg
22.6°C
Winter Avg
20.4°C
Record High
36.4°C
Record Low
10.5°C
Humidity
67%
Precipitation
570 mm
Internet Speed
21 Mbps
Upload
27 Mbps
Latency
153 ms
City Vibrancy
11
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
10
Parks
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 6 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 65/100.
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